Building Health, Safety and Risk Officer

Team: ASM - Building Health, Safety and Risk Team

Job Family: Enabling - CBG11

Salary: £41,042 - £44,296 per annum pro rata

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: You will be expected to attend CBC sites as often as needed to carry out your role, including attending Priory House, Shefford on a weekly basis.

Contract Type: Hybrid – Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 12th January 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 20th January 2026, at Priory House, Shefford

About the Role

Central Bedfordshire Council is moving forward with an ambitious and strategic transformation of our property services. Following the merger of the FM and Estates teams, we have created a single, unified Asset Management Service. This new model focuses on the day-to-day operational and compliance needs of our staff, customers and commercial tenants across the Council’s non-housing property portfolio, including schools, offices, leisure centres, libraries and more.

To strengthen this service, we are now seeking to appoint a Building Health, Safety and Risk Officer. This is a critical role in ensuring our buildings are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

This is an exciting opportunity for a customer-focused, proactive and organised Health & Safety professional to join our Building Health, Safety and Risk Team. You will work closely with the Building Health, Safety and Risk Manager and the wider Asset Management Team to develop systems, processes and procedures, conduct inspections, deliver training and ensure that our estate complies with Health and Safety Legislation and best practice.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting building safety audits and site inspections across the Council’s non-housing estate.
• Providing proportionate, practical advice and support on a wide range of safety matters, including fire safety, legionella, asbestos (where required) and risk assessments.
• Investigating incidents and producing clear, concise reports and action plans.
• Reviewing contractor RAMS and issuing permit-to-work documentation for high-risk activities.
• Supporting the development and delivery of training, procedures, policies and guidance notes.
• Working directly with service managers and site staff to ensure risks are understood and managed effectively.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety professional who combines technical expertise with strong communication and organisational skills. You must have:

• A NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience across a wide range of health and safety disciplines.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

You will also need to be:

• Confident working independently and managing a varied workload.
• Comfortable liaising with colleagues at all levels across the organisation.
• Skilled in producing reports and presenting findings clearly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping a modern, forward-thinking Corporate Landlord service. You will have access to:

• A diverse and interesting property portfolio.
• Opportunities to innovate and challenge the status quo.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Agile and flexible working arrangements.
• A competitive rewards package and a supportive team environment.

At Central Bedfordshire Council, we are committed to making our area a great place to live and work. If you’re ready to make a real impact on building safety and compliance, apply today and help us create safer spaces for our staff and community.”

Our Offer 

We have a number of rewards and benefits available to our staff. To view these please visit our Rewards and Benefits page  

Our aspiration is to be a truly flexible employer.  We welcome discussion on location, hours and working pattern as part of the application process. 

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You will be expected to demonstrate how you meet the key accountabilities and competencies in this Recruitment Pack. . 

Our Competency Framework and Qualification Guidance are to be read in conjunction with our Recruitment Pack. 

For an informal discussion about this position, please contact: Gemma McCormick at Gemma.McCormick@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk / call on 0300 300 4188, or Faye Brooks at Faye.Brooks@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk / call on 0300 300 4717.

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